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Pennsylvania Woman Charged for Arson, Stolen Car at the Jersey Shore

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Pennsylvania Woman Arraigned on Multiple Charges Including Arson

**Surf City, NJ -** Juliette Tournier, 29, from Montgomery, Pennsylvania, has been charged with Aggravated Arson in relation to a February 19 incident in Surf City. This follows prior charges in Ship Bottom on February 20 for Eluding and Receiving Stolen Property.

On February 19 at approximately 8:40 p.m., Surf City emergency services responded to a fire on North Central Avenue. During firefighting efforts, a firefighter was injured, treated at Southern Ocean Medical Center, and discharged.

Investigations by various agencies revealed two fire origins within the structure, both initiated by open flames to ignitable liquids. Concurrently, a vehicle stop initiated by Ship Bottom Police involving a Honda HRV led to Tournier’s identification as the suspect, with the car’s license plate stolen earlier from a similar vehicle in Cherry Hill, New Jersey.

On February 25, Tournier received an Aggravated Arson charge. She surrendered to Surf City Police the next day and remains detained pending a hearing. Authorities emphasize that all accused individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Fatal Accident Investigation Underway in Smyrna

Fatal accident investigation underway in smyrna

Fatal Accident Investigation Underway in Smyrna

**Smyrna, DE** – The Delaware State Police are looking into a fatal single-vehicle accident that happened Sunday morning in Smyrna.

Around 9:38 a.m. on Sunday, a 1995 Freightliner dump truck was driving southbound on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. A blown tire led the truck off the roadway near the East Commerce Street overpass, where it hit a berm and overturned.

The truck’s driver, a 63-year-old Magnolia, Delaware resident, was taken to a local hospital and later pronounced dead. Authorities are withholding his identity pending family notification.

The investigation closed the roadway for four hours on Sunday. Delaware State Police Troop 3 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to examine the incident, and witnesses are encouraged to contact Master Corporal W. Booth at 302-698-8451 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

License Plate Stolen from Vehicle on Laurel Street

License plate stolen from vehicle on laurel street

License Plate Stolen from Vehicle on Laurel Street

**Wilkes-Barre, PA** – On February 26th, officers from the Wilkes-Barre City Police Department responded to a theft incident on Laurel Street. The incident occurred at 4:01 PM and involved theft from a motor vehicle.

A 27-year-old male victim from Wilkes-Barre reported that an unknown suspect removed the license plate from his vehicle. The vehicle was parked near the victim’s residence at the time of the theft.

The stolen plate is a New York registration with the identifier KLN-3844. Police are currently investigating the incident.

California Man Sentenced for Operating Child Abuse Websites

California man sentenced for operating child abuse websites

California Man Sentenced for Operating Child Abuse Websites

**Sacramento, CA** – A man from California has received a 24-year-and-four-month prison sentence for operating websites involved in the distribution of child abuse images. Louis Donald Mendonsa, 62, was convicted for his role in managing four dark web platforms dedicated to this illegal activity.

Court documents revealed that from December 2021 until his arrest in November 2022, Mendonsa was involved in the operation of sites that distributed explicit materials involving minors, including infants and toddlers. He utilized public internet access at a local coffee shop to engage in these activities. Approximately 6,500 images discovered on his devices depicted victims affected by his misconduct.

Mendonsa entered a guilty plea in April, facing seven counts of distributing child pornography and one count of possession. The announcement was made by Supervisory Official Antoinette T. Bacon, Acting U.S. Attorney Michele Beckwith, and Special Agent Tatum King from Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) San Francisco.

The case was investigated by HSI San Francisco with support from local law enforcement agencies. Prosecutors involved in the case include CEOS Trial Attorney Kaylynn Foulon and Assistant U.S. Attorneys Emily Sauvage

Former Navy Sailor Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy and Attempted Attack

Former navy sailor pleads guilty to conspiracy and attempted attack

Former Navy Sailor Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy and Attempted Attack

**Chicago, IL** – In a significant development, former Navy sailor Xuanyu Harry Pang has pleaded guilty in a federal court in Chicago to plotting an attack on Naval Station Great Lakes in North Chicago, Illinois, on behalf of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The plea was entered on Tuesday in a U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois and subsequently unsealed.

Court documents reveal that in the summer of 2021, Pang engaged with a person in Colombia about collaborating with Iranian actors to avenge the death of Qasem Soleimani, an IRGC Quds Force general killed by the U.S. military in 2020. The FBI, through a covert employee posing as a Quds Force affiliate, initiated contact with the Colombian individual, ultimately connecting with Pang.

The communications focused on potential targets, including Naval Station Great Lakes and other locations in Chicago. In fall 2022, Pang met with an FBI associate, providing photos, videos of the Naval Station, two U.S. military uniforms, and a cell phone intended for use as a detonator test.

Pang remains in custody without bond and awaits sentencing, facing a maximum

Fourteen Convicted in Georgia Dog Fighting Case

Fourteen convicted in georgia dog fighting case

Fourteen Convicted in Georgia Dog Fighting Case

**Albany, GA** – All 14 defendants involved in a federal dog fighting case in Albany, Georgia, have been convicted. The U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Georgia accepted guilty pleas from individuals including Tamichael Elijah, Marvin Pulley III, Brandon Baker, Christopher Travis Beaumont, Herman Buggs Jr., Terrance Davis, Timothy Freeman, Terelle Ganzy, Gary Hopkins, Cornelious Johnson, Rodrecus Kimble, Donnametric Miller, Willie Russell, and Fredricus White.

According to court documents, the defendants gathered on April 24, 2022, at a property in Donalsonville, Georgia, for a large-scale dog fighting event. The event involved 24 pit bull-type dogs brought for fights over the weekend. Law enforcement officials intervened and discovered numerous dogs in crates within vehicles on the property.

Dogs were stored in vehicles after fighting or while waiting for turns in the fighting pit, and some were kept on chains at the venue. A total of 27 dogs were rescued, including one with severe injuries that later died. Others displayed recent injuries and scars indicative of past fights.

Aside from Freeman, all defendants pleaded guilty to

Wilkes-Barre Police Make Arrest After Man Violates Protection Order

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Wilkes-Barre Police Respond to PFA Violation

**WILKES-BARRE, PA** – On February 27, 2025, at 5:04 p.m., Wilkes-Barre City Police were called to a business on South Main Street in response to an alleged PFA violation. The reporting indicated a verbal altercation between two individuals.

The involved parties include a 57-year-old defendant, Norman Strohach, and a 24-year-old female victim, both residents of Wilkes-Barre, PA. The victim reported that Strohach appeared at her workplace, contravening an active protection order.

Upon verifying the validity of the PFA, police took Strohach into custody without incident. He was then transported to City Headquarters for processing and arraignment.

Frederick Bus Driver Wins $50,000 Powerball Prize

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Frederick Bus Driver Wins $50,000 Powerball Prize

**FREDERICK, MD** – A bus driver from Frederick has won $50,000 with a Powerball ticket. The lottery ticket was purchased at the A-1 Mart on Himes Avenue in Frederick.

The winner, who has played the same random numbers for five years, bought the ticket for the drawing on February 22. Spending $10, she used her own numbers on all five lines. Upon checking the Maryland Lottery website the next morning while enjoying tea, she confirmed she was a third-tier winner.

In her excitement, she informed her son, who initially thought she had fallen and injured herself. His concern quickly turned to relief and happiness upon learning about the lottery win.

The winner plans to allocate some funds toward her son’s future college expenses, with the remainder designated for savings and investments. In her free time, she enjoys watching sports and going for walks.

The next Powerball drawing is scheduled for Saturday, March 1, with a jackpot annuity estimated at $272 million and a cash option of $124.4 million.

California Man Convicted in $4 Million Medicare Fraud

California man convicted in $4 million medicare fraud

California Man Convicted in $4 Million Medicare Fraud

**DETROIT, MI** – A federal jury convicted a man from California for defrauding Medicare of over $4 million through fraudulent urine drug testing claims. Sherif Khalil, 50, of Redondo Beach, was found guilty of submitting claims for tests that were not requested by doctors.

Khalil owned Spectra Clinical Labs, a toxicology lab in Gardena, California, and was involved in a scheme where he paid marketers for obtaining expensive drug test orders from doctors. The payments were disguised by channeling them through marketing companies under Khalil’s control.

Medicare paid out over $4 million for these unnecessary tests, resulting from the illegal kickbacks. Khalil faces sentencing on August 7, with potential penalties of up to 20 years for health care fraud and five years for conspiracy related charges.

The case was announced by officials from the Justice Department, the FBI, and the Department of Health and Human Services. Trial Attorneys prosecuted the case as part of the Health Care Fraud Strike Force Program.

Attorney General Dismisses DEI-Related Lawsuits Against Cops and Firefighters

Attorney general dismisses dei-related lawsuits against cops and firefighters

Attorney General Dismisses DEI-Related Lawsuits

**Washington, D.C.** – This week, Attorney General Pam Bondi ordered the Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division to dismiss several lawsuits concerning the hiring of police officers and firefighters across various jurisdictions nationwide. These legal actions, initiated by the previous administration, contested the fairness of using standard aptitude tests for selecting public safety candidates.

Attorney General Bondi emphasized the need for hiring based on skill and dedication to public safety rather than diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) quotas. The prior administration had identified statistical disparities in test results but lacked evidence of intentional discrimination.

The previous administration aimed to push cities towards DEI-based hiring practices, urging them to allocate substantial funds to compensate applicants with lower test scores. President Trump and Attorney General Bondi are working to eliminate unlawful discrimination while promoting merit-based opportunities, particularly for public safety personnel.

The dismissal signifies a move to eradicate illegal DEI preferences in both public and private sectors. Prioritizing merit in hiring decisions for fire and police departments is seen as critical to ensuring public safety.

Brooklyn Resident Arrested on Terrorism and Immigration Fraud Charges

Brooklyn resident arrested on terrorism and immigration fraud charges

Brooklyn Resident Arrested on Terrorism and Immigration Fraud Charges

**Brooklyn, NY** – Mansuri Manuchekhri, a 33-year-old resident of Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, was arrested on Wednesday for allegedly conspiring to support ISIS and ISIS-K, unlawful possession of firearms, and immigration fraud. The arrest was made the same day, and his initial court appearance took place in the Eastern District of New York in the afternoon.

Attorney General Pam Bondi emphasized the Department of Justice’s zero-tolerance policy for terrorism, stating they are committed to prosecuting those who threaten American citizens. FBI Director Kash Patel highlighted the efforts to prevent terrorism, noting Manuchekhri allegedly sent funds to ISIS affiliates. The Justice Department, led by Sue Bai, is focused on preventing the exploitation of immigration and financial systems.

Allegedly, Manuchekhri entered the United States from Tajikistan on a tourist visa in June 2016 but overstayed after the visa expired in December 2016. In a bid to gain legal status, he allegedly entered into a sham marriage in March 2017, which was never approved due to his failure to provide necessary documentation.

From December 2021 to April 2023, Man

Juvenile Arrested for Assault in Allston/Brighton

Juvenile arrested for assault in allston/brighton

Juvenile Arrested for Assault in Allston/Brighton

**Boston, MA** – On Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at approximately 3:24 PM, officers from District D-14 (Allston/Brighton) arrested a 14-year-old male on assault and battery charges.

Police were called to the intersection of Cambridge Street and Gordon Street following reports of an active assault and battery. Boston Police Operations had informed them that a group of twelve juveniles were attacking three other individuals at the scene.

Upon their arrival, a fourth victim flagged down officers and informed them that the suspects had fled towards Brighton Avenue. Officers witnessed three victims and stopped one juvenile suspect involved in instigating the fight, placing him in handcuffs after confirming his involvement. The other juveniles had already left the area.

The victims reported that the group walked past a store and threw a firecracker at its entrance. When one victim approached and attempted to record them, the suspect knocked the phone away and began the assault. Efforts to intervene by three other victims resulted in their being pushed to the ground and assaulted with a broom. The suspect also punched and kicked the victims, who later refused medical treatment.

Following the arrest, the

Dutchess County Drug Task Force Nabs Fentanyl Dealer in Poughkeepsie

Dutchess county drug task force nabs fentanyl dealer in poughkeepsie

Dutchess County Drug Task Force Nabs Fentanyl Dealer in Poughkeepsie

**Poughkeepsie, NY** – The Dutchess County District Attorney’s Office Drug Task Force is investigating narcotics and dangerous drug sales in designated hotspot areas, particularly South Clinton Street in Poughkeepsie. Persistent community reports have assisted in these ongoing investigations.

During a recent investigation, Drug Task Force Agents acquired fentanyl from an apartment on South Clinton Street. On Tuesday, they arrested Micael E. Sedano, 21, following purchases made near 4 South Clinton Street. Agents apprehended Sedano in the Town of Poughkeepsie without incident on Wednesday.

Sedano faces charges of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree, classified as a class B felony. He was arraigned and released in the City of Poughkeepsie court with a future court date set in compliance with New York State law.

Various agencies supported locating Sedano, including the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement Division, the City of Poughkeepsie Police, and the Town of Poughkeepsie Police. Sedano, like any accused, is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Aberdeen Police Remind Public About New Jersey Move Over Law

Aberdeen police remind public about new jersey move over law

Aberdeen, NJ – Public Alert on New Jersey Move Over Law

New Jersey drivers are being reminded of the important “Move Over Law,” aimed at protecting first responders, law enforcement, and roadside workers. The Aberdeen Township Police Department has highlighted this law to ensure the safety of those who work to keep the public secure.

The Move Over Law, enforced under New Jersey Statute 39:4-92.2, requires drivers to shift into the next lane when safe upon approaching a vehicle with flashing lights stopped on the roadside. If unable to move over, drivers should slow down and proceed with caution.

Each year, lives are lost due to non-adherence to this law. Drivers are urged to prioritize the safety of emergency workers by either moving over or slowing down and staying alert if unable to shift lanes.

For any inquiries about this law, individuals can contact the Aberdeen Township Police Department’s Traffic Safety Unit at 732-566-2054 ext. 219. The department also encourages sharing this information to spread awareness and promote road safety.

Domestic Assault Incident Leads to Arrest in Utica, NY

Domestic assault incident leads to arrest in utica, ny

Domestic Assault Incident Leads to Arrest in Utica, NY

**UTICA, NY** – On February 27, Utica Police and Fire units responded to a domestic assault call at a residence on Scott Street. The incident involved a female victim who alleged she was attacked by her husband.

Upon arrival, officers met with the victim who claimed that an argument with her husband escalated, leading her to hide in a bathroom. The victim reported that she attempted to escape but was struck multiple times in the head with a wooden object, resulting in lacerations and pain.

The Utica Fire Department transported the victim to Wynn Hospital for treatment. In accordance with New York State’s mandatory domestic violence arrest laws, the husband, identified as Michael Leggett, 57, was arrested at the scene.

Leggett was brought to the Utica Police Department and charged with Assault in the Second Degree, Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Third Degree, and Criminal Mischief in the Fourth Degree.

17-Year-Old Arrested for Firearms Possession in Boston

17-year-old arrested for firearms possession in boston

17-Year-Old Arrested for Firearms Possession in Boston

**Boston, MA** – Members of the Youth Violence Strike Force, along with Boston Housing Police officers, arrested a 17-year-old male Thursday for firearm charges at 333 Warren Street in Roxbury.

The arrest came after officers noted ongoing safety concerns at a McDonald’s at 301 Warren Street involving juveniles, affecting patrons and local residents. While patrolling near Warren Street and Dale Street, officers observed two males who appeared vigilant, with one in all black and the other in a brown coat with a red hoodie.

As officers approached the McDonald’s parking lot, they saw the male in black watching their movements and then briskly walking away as the other male disappeared. Officers identified and investigated the male in black, finding a Phoenix Arms .22LR firearm between vehicles along the path where the other male fled.

A Glock 19 firearm with a round in the chamber and 13 rounds in the magazine was found in the 17-year-old’s coat. A records check revealed it was stolen from Burlington, Vermont. The weapons were secured, and the 17-year-old faces multiple charges in Boston Municipal Juvenile Court, including unlawful firearm possession.

Academy Street Burglary and Assault Ends With Arrest

Academy street burglary and assault ends with arrest

Incident on Academy Street Involves Burglary and Assault

**WILKES-BARRE, PA** – On February 27, 2025, at 6:33 a.m., officers responded to a burglary and assault incident on Academy Street. The defendant, Adam Glaze, 34, of Wilkes-Barre, PA, allegedly broke into the victim’s residence.

The victim, a 34-year-old male from Wilkes-Barre, reported the entry and subsequent assault occurred while he was asleep. With assistance from his roommates, the defendant was restrained until police arrived.

Emergency medical services treated the victim at the scene. Meanwhile, the police took the defendant into custody and transported him to City Headquarters for processing.

Utica Police Arrest Suspect in Wallet and Purse Theft

Utica police arrest suspect in wallet and purse theft

Utica Police Arrest Suspect in Wallet and Purse Theft

**UTICA, NY** – Utica Police Department received a report of a wallet and purse theft from a vehicle on Stark Street on November 24th, 2025. The case was investigated following reports of unauthorized use of the victim’s credit cards at multiple locations. Utica Police’s Criminal Investigations Division, with Mohawk Valley Crime Analysis Center and Patrol Division assistance, identified a suspect from surveillance footage.

Officers located 25-year-old Joel Rodriguez on Tuesday, taking him into the department for questioning. Rodriguez faces charges including two counts of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the fourth degree, two counts of Identity Theft in the second degree, and Petit Larceny.

Suspect Apprehended Following Gunfire Incident in Utica

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Suspect Apprehended Following Gunfire Incident in Utica

**UTICA, NY** – Utica Police responded to a ShotSpotter alert on February 23rd indicating gunfire on the 1300 block of Oneida St. Officers at the mapped location found a 9mm casing on the road but could not obtain information from nearby residents.

The incident was assigned to the GIVE Unit for investigation. They discovered that during a confrontation, an individual had fired a gun into a snowbank, causing others to flee. Review of surveillance footage revealed the same individual had fired the gun an hour earlier, an event initially unreported.

Suspect information was extracted from the video, leading to the arrest of Naicol F. De Los Santos De La Rosa, age 23, by GIVE investigators on Thursday. A subsequent search of his residence revealed a loaded 9mm Smith and Wesson handgun.

Naicol F. De Los Santos De La Rosa faces charges of two counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the second degree and two counts of Criminal Possession of a Firearm.

Raleigh Businessman Pleads Guilty to Illegal Export to China

Raleigh businessman pleads guilty to illegal export to china

Raleigh Businessman Pleads Guilty to Illegal Export to China

**Raleigh, NC** – David C. Bohmerwald, 63, owner of Components Cooper Inc., a Raleigh electronics resale business, pleaded guilty to attempting to export military-use accelerometer technology to China without a license. This action violates the Export Control Reform Act (ECRA) and could lead to a maximum of 20 years in prison upon sentencing.

Court records revealed that Bohmerwald purchased 100 accelerometers from a U.S. electronics company, intending to export them to a Chinese company. These devices are significant in fields spanning from research and product development to critical military applications like flight control and missile navigation. A license is necessary for exporting such technology to China.

Upon purchasing the accelerometers, Bohmerwald falsely stated they were for a Missouri-based end user. However, the Missouri company denied any such transaction. After obtaining the accelerometers, Bohmerwald attempted to ship them via FedEx to China. Agents from the Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security detained the package, uncovering the lack of a proper export license and noting Bohmerwald’s undervaluation of the items.

The investigation is conducted by the Bureau of Industry and Security, FBI